Operations Manager, Arts & Entertainment
Endeavor
London, United Kingdom
Location: London, United Kingdom.
Division: Ticketmaster UK
Line Manager: Senior Client Account Manager
Contract Terms: Permanent
THE TEAM
The Client Account Management Team is responsible for the day-to-day management of our client relationships.
THE JOB
The Client Account Manager – Events, Attractions & Sport handles a variety of accounts of our clients and system venues by providing a pro-active, customer and business-focused Client Account Management solution across Ticketmaster's client base, whilst promoting the highest standards of customer service at all times. The overall aim of this role is to achieve the operational, financial, and business objectives of the Company.
Ticketmaster UK, part of Live Nation Entertainment is the largest live entertainment company in the world, consisting of five businesses: concert promotion and venue operations, sponsorship, ticketing solutions, ecommerce, and artist management. Live Nation Entertainment seeks to innovate and enhance the live entertainment experience for artists and fans: before, during and after the show.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
• To satisfy, retain and develop current or future client relationships by ensuring good levels of communication with venues and promoters whilst providing system support and query resolution
• To develop and maintain an in-depth understanding of each client's business needs whilst identifying potential new business opportunities or improved efficiencies through the application of new technologies or operational practices
• To regularly review and update all client information/deal sheets in conjunction with the Client Services Manager to include contractual information and service charges applied therein
• To take ownership of, and responsibility for, online presales and onsales as directed by the Client Services Manager
• To ensure that all event-related information is communicated speedily and accurately in a way that ensures that the information is clearly received and easily understood by all relevant parties (internal and external)
• To manage events and event delivery on the HOST and Universe ticketing systems, including Livestream events
• To effectively monitor and control available ticket inventory with a view to maximising its retail potential
• Efficiencies: to work with colleagues and clients to continuously improve processes, maximise cost-savings, and strive for cost-effectiveness in everything we do
• To take ownership of, and responsibility for, all cancelled/amended events to include, but not limited to, identification of all affected customers and agreed communication procedures with customer services
• To develop and maintain effective teamwork within the department across genres, and between the various departments and premises of the Company to include, but not limited to, Client Development, Marketing, Event Programming and Customer Service teams
• To manage, process and respond to all in-bound client-related communications in an efficient and courteous manner whilst adhering to any service level agreements (internal/external)
• To produce for review, a weekly report of client activity and updates as directed by the Client Services Manager
• To plan, manage and attend event-day box offices (venue based) in conjunction with the Client Operations Manager, and Field IT, as directed by the Client Services Manager
• To plan, manage and monitor livestream event delivery (remotely) as directed by the Client Services Manager
• To recognise and embrace the operational requirements of the Account Management Team through a flexible approach towards hours of work and location of duties to include participation in a shift system of work as directed by the Client Services Manager.
• To comply with all Company policies as directed by the Human Resources Manager to include, but not limited to, the Company's Health and Safety Policy
• To represent the Company, as required, at functions, events, and PR visits whilst ensuring that all business-related topics and agendas are communicated to relevant managers
• To undertake any other relevant duties which fall under the general scope of this role as directed by your immediate Line Manager or a Director of the Company
• To undertake any other relevant duties which fall under the general scope of this role as directed by your immediate Line Manager or a Director of the Company
Requirements / Skills / Knowledge / Experience
• Ticketing systems experience essential
• Proven extensive commercial experience of the Ticketing Industry
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
• I.T. literate - Windows Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Behaviours
The following attributes determine how the role will be carried out and are required to be a success:
• A highly motivated and conscientious individual
• Excellent communication, inter-personal and customer care skills
• A pro-active nature to include a flexible approach to hours of work and location of duties
• Ability to use self-initiative as well as work within a team
• Excellent time management skills
• A calm, patient, and professional manner
• Confident telephone manner
• Confident in dealing with the general public face to face
• Good organisational skills, with a high level of attention to detail
LIFE AT TICKETMASTER
We are proud to be a part of Live Nation Entertainment, the world's largest live entertainment company.
Our vision at Ticketmaster is to connect people around the world to the live events they love. As the world's largest ticket marketplace and the leading global provider of enterprise tools and services for the live entertainment business, we are uniquely positioned to successfully deliver on that vision.
We do it all with an intense passion for Live and an inspiring and diverse culture driven by accessible leaders, attentive managers, and enthusiastic teams. If you're passionate about live entertainment like we are, and you want to work at a company dedicated to helping millions of fans experience it, we want to hear from you.
NOTE: To work from a Ticketmaster office, full COVID-19 vaccination will be required.
Our work is guided by our values:
Reliability - We understand that fans and clients rely on us to power their live event experiences, and we rely on each other to make it happen.
Teamwork - We believe individual achievement pales in comparison to the level of success that can be achieved by a team
Integrity - We are committed to the highest moral and ethical standards on behalf of the countless partners and stakeholders we represent
Belonging - We are committed to building a culture in which all people can be their authentic selves, have an equal voice and opportunities to thrive
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rzpo97-18-188-91-223-42 in your application.
Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live entertainment and ticketing. Our world-class portfolio reaches all aspects of the live event and ticketing industry, from ground-breaking software in Ticketmaster, mix of legendary venues and restaurants in House of Blues, production leaders in Concerts, exceptional brand partnerships in Media & Sponsorship, and unparalleled team of artist managers in Artist Nation supported by diverse professionals in all facets of Corporate operations.